Volvo Penta — Slipping clutch and lower bearing cover, disassembly and assembly

Repair & overhaul · Slipping clutch / lower bearing cover

From a Volvo Penta service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

1. Press the small ball bearing off the slipping clutch with a mandrel and knife extractor.
2. Press the large ball bearing off the slipping clutch with a knife extractor and tool 884729.
3. Press the small ball bearing onto the slipping clutch with tool 884733.
4. Use previously installed shims if only new bearings have been installed.
5. Press the large ball bearing onto the slipping clutch with tools 884732 and 884733.
6. Place the calculated shims in the housing; press the small bearing race in with tool 884732.
7. Calculate cover shim thickness: S = (C-B)-A; add extra 0.5 mm and press the bearing race.
8. Remove the outer bearing race with tool 884720; remove the shim and O-ring.

Source: Volvo Penta service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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